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Western Union
Rate 0.1099 · Fee HK$11.50
You send
HK$5,000
Recipient gets
€548
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Quick answer: The cheapest way to send money from Hong Kong to Spain in August 2026 is Western Union, which delivers 548.04 EUR on a 5,000 HKD transfer with a fee of HK$11.50. According to SendMoneyCompare's comparison of 11 providers updated every 6 hours, the difference between the cheapest and most expensive provider on this corridor is 2 EUR.
Last reviewed: by Awais Imran, Reviews Editor
Sending HK$5,000 from Hong Kong to Spain. Sorted by best value — most money received.
Source: SendMoneyCompare · Data updated every 6 hours from live provider APIs
Potential savings: Choosing the best provider over the most expensive saves your recipient €1.88 on a HK$5,000 transfer.
Find the best way to send money from Hong Kong to Spain. Our comparison tool shows live rates from 15+ providers — see exactly how much EUR your recipient will receive after all fees.
Money transfers from Hong Kong to Spain are a vital lifeline for families and businesses. With dozens of providers competing for this corridor, rates and fees vary widely. Specialist money transfer companies often beat bank rates by 2–4%, potentially saving you hundreds of HKD per year. Use our comparison to find today's best deal.
Exchange rate
0.1099
Fee
HK$11.50
Recipient gets
€548.04
Speed
1 business day
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Thu 16:40Different providers excel at different things. Here's who's best for each use case on the Hong Kong to Spain route.
Cheapest transfer
Western Union
Delivers the most EUR for your money
Fastest transfer
PayPal
Delivers in Instant to 3 days
Cash pickup
Western Union
Widest cash pickup network
Bank transfer
Western Union
Best rate for bank deposit to Spain
Sending money to Spainis straightforward with the right provider. Here's how it works in 3 simple steps.
Choose how much HKD you want to send, compare providers above, and pick the one offering the best EUR amount for your transfer to Spain.
Enter your recipient's details in Spain — you'll need their iban. Most providers verify details instantly.
Pay using bank transfer, debit card, or credit card. Track your money in real-time until it arrives — sepa transfer typically takes hours to 1 day.
Make sure you have these details from your recipient before starting your transfer.
Full name
Recipient's name as registered on their European bank account
IBAN
IBAN (International Bank Account Number) — length varies by country (e.g. DE: 22 chars, FR: 27 chars, ES: 24 chars)
Example: DE89370400440532013000
BIC/SWIFT code
Optional8 or 11-character bank identifier code (optional for SEPA transfers within EU, required for SWIFT)
Example: COBADEFFXXX
Note: All Eurozone countries use IBAN for bank transfers. For SEPA transfers (the fastest and cheapest option), only the IBAN is required — the BIC/SWIFT code is optional. Each EU country has a different IBAN length and format.
See how much your recipient would get for common transfer amounts.
Western Union
0.11 · 1 business day
Wise
0.11 · 1-2 business days
InstaReM
0.11 · 1-3 business days
Hang Seng
0.11 · 1-3 business days
HSBC HK
0.11 · 1-3 business days
China Construction Bank HK
0.11 · 1-3 business days
Western Union
0.11 · 1 business day
Wise
0.11 · 1-2 business days
InstaReM
0.11 · 1-3 business days
Hang Seng
0.11 · 1-3 business days
HSBC HK
0.11 · 1-3 business days
China Construction Bank HK
0.11 · 1-3 business days
Western Union
0.11 · 1 business day
Wise
0.11 · 1-2 business days
InstaReM
0.11 · 1-3 business days
Hang Seng
0.11 · 1-3 business days
HSBC HK
0.11 · 1-3 business days
China Construction Bank HK
0.11 · 1-3 business days
Transfer fees from Hong Kong to Spain vary by provider. Specialist services charge HK$0–10 per transfer, while banks charge HK$25–50 plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. The exchange rate markup is usually the bigger cost — always compare the total EUR your recipient receives, not just the advertised fee.
The true cost of a money transfer has two components:
Transfer fee
The upfront charge — typically HK$0–HK$10 with specialist providers.
Exchange rate markup
The hidden cost — the difference between the provider's rate and the mid-market rate (0.1101).
Choose how you want to pay for your transfer. Each payment method has different costs and speeds.
SEPA is the gold standard for EUR transfers — it's faster and cheaper than SWIFT. If your provider offers SEPA routing, always choose it over SWIFT for European bank deposits.
Speed: 1–3 business days
Usually the cheapest option — lowest fees and no card processing charges
Speed: Minutes to hours
Fast and convenient — small card processing fee applies
Speed: Minutes to hours
Fastest option but highest fees — card issuer may charge cash advance fee
Speed: Varies
Pay cash at an agent location — available at select providers
Speed: Minutes to hours
Convenient mobile payment — linked card fees apply
Your recipient in Spain can receive money through these delivery methods. The best option depends on their location and preferences.
Single Euro Payments Area transfer — the standard for EUR payments across 36 European countries. Fast, cheap, and reliable.
Real-time euro transfer available at participating banks. Delivers in under 10 seconds, 24/7.
Traditional international wire transfer. More expensive and slower than SEPA but available for any bank globally.
Collect cash at agent locations across Europe.
Important rules and requirements to know before sending money to Spain.
Regulatory body
European Central Bank (ECB) / National regulators (BaFin, AMF, etc.)
Inbound transfer limits
No general restriction on receiving transfers within the EU/EEA
Documentation you may need
Most transfers from Hong Kong to Spain arrive within 1–2 business days with specialist providers. Bank wires take 3–5 business days. Some providers offer instant or same-day delivery to Spain for a small premium.
These are the most commonly used banks for receiving international transfers in Spain.
Deutsche Bank (Germany)
DEUTDEFFXXX
BNP Paribas (France)
BNPAFRPPXXX
ING (Netherlands)
INGBNL2AXXX
Santander (Spain)
BSCHESMMXXX
UniCredit (Italy)
UNCRITMM
N26 (Germany)
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The cheapest option changes daily based on exchange rates. Use our comparison table above to see today's rates from every provider. Specialist services like Wise, Remitly, and OFX consistently offer better value than banks.
Most specialist providers deliver to Spain within 1–2 business days. Some offer instant delivery for certain payment methods. Bank wires typically take 3–5 business days.
Costs depend on the provider's fee and exchange rate markup. Compare all providers in our table above to see exactly how much EUR your recipient would receive from a HK$5,000 transfer today.
Yes, all the providers we compare support online transfers from Hong Kong to Spain. Most also offer mobile apps. You can typically pay by bank transfer, debit card, or credit card.
Money transfer services are almost always cheaper. Banks typically charge HK$25–50 per wire plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. Specialist providers charge HK$0–10 with markups under 1%, saving you significantly on every transfer to Spain.
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